Endo removed - about to try IVF

[Krikkit]

From:
http://www.endometriosis.org.au/imag...ometriosis.pdf

Infertility
Infertility is present in about 30 per cent of women with endometriosis. It is believed that chemicals may be released from the endometriosis cells that:
? Interfere with the ability to conceive or
? Affect early normal development of the embryo

In moderate to severe cases, scarring may cause interference with the release of the egg (ovulation) and passage of the egg along the tube because of damage or blockage.

[JellyBean]

Hi Tina,

I have had severe endo and several laparoscopys- although I have not been down the IVF route so I cannot comment on that personally, but I would definitely think that having the endo removed would increase your chances of success- and reduce any pain associated with a subsequent pregnancy.

I highly recommend you and your DH consult an experienced Naturopath to assist you with any nutritional deficiences, hormonal imbalances, or toxicity issues which may be presenting as barriers to conception, either before or simultaneously with the IVF.
Traditional Chinese Medicine is also very sucessful in this area.
I eventually overcame my endo naturally, after rigorous supervised detoxification, a strictly alkaline, anti-candida diet (organic where possible) and supplementation with probiotic friendly bacteria.

I suggest googling the following three things;
- alkaline-acid balance/diet (the body needs to be in an acid state for endo to thrive)
- Zeolite (Natural Cellular Defense by Waiora)- i cannot rave on enough about this relatively unknown natural mineral and what hope it poses for couples trying to conceive.
- In-Liven by Miessence (there is an article here on bellybelly about this wonder supplement).
All these things I believe are powerful tools for helping couples to conceive - regardless of whether it is via the natural route or through assisted conception.
Also - check out the book by Francesca Naish - The Natural Way to Better Babies - Preconceptual Care for Prospective Parents. When most people read it they always say to me, "why didn't my doctor tell me this??!! I've been trying for X amount of months/years and nobody ever told me these things!!" Mmmm.... what can i say?
The book contains loads of info for increasing sperm health also which may help your DH.

I wish you all the best in beating your endo and conceiving a healthy baby.

XXX